Ortigia Travel Guide

Syracuse

Ancient ruins with stone columns and a building with green shutters in the background.
A historic stone wall with a building adjacent to it.
A canal with a stone bridge, a row of parked cars, and a building with ornate balconies.
An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, adjacent to a modern building with a dome and windows.
A stone wall, a pedestrian walkway, and buildings in a historic town square.

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A coastal cityscape with buildings along the waterfront, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.
Photo by Juan Pablo Pantoja
Open Photo by Juan Pablo Pantoja

Lungomare di Ortigia

9.4/10 (654 reviews)
You can take time to visit Lungomare di Ortigia during your travels to Syracuse. Wander the seaside in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour

฿761
per adult
Syracuse: Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour
Castle Maniace

Syracuse and Ortigia : Tour with App and 19 Audioguides

฿685
per adult
Syracuse and Ortigia : Tour with App and 19 Audioguides
Syracuse: Cathedral entrance ticket with VR viewer experience

Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket with VR Headset Experience

฿304
per adult
Syracuse: Cathedral Admission Ticket with VR Headset Experience
Syracuse: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Syracuse: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿380
per adult
Syracuse: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

฿951
per adult
Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves

฿1,141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Syracuse: Boat Tour with Captain Mirko, Snorkeling & Caves
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Top hotels in Ortigia

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 93 Syracuse SR
The price is ฿6,454 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿6,454
฿7,475 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Algila' Ortigia Charme Hotel
Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa

5 out of 5
Viale Mazzini, 12 Syracuse SR
The price is ฿8,913 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿8,913
฿10,180 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (637 reviews)
"Prime location. Adjacent parking lot was priceless. Views from restaurant and cocktail area stunning but food was average. Neighboring restaurant has a band which started a little before 10 pm and was loud enough to compete with room TV. Bed was very firm."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Grand Hotel Ortigia Siracusa
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection

Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Via Riva Nazario Sauro Syracuse SR
The price is ฿9,831 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿9,831
฿11,191 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Ortea Palace Hotel, Sicily, Autograph Collection
Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Via Gian Battista Alagona, 55 Syracuse SR
The price is ฿3,683 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿3,683
฿4,199 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (272 reviews)
"Staff was great, location also very good. Clean room. Great stay"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze

Lungomare d'Ortigia 13 Syracuse SR
The price is ฿9,150 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿9,150
฿10,442 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Spiaggetta di Cala Rossa and Palazzo Bellomo Regional ...
10/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"We arrived feeling stressed after the drive to the hotel! The lovely young lady on the front desk welcomed us with a warm Smile and arranged for the bartender to bring us a drink outside so we could soak up the afternoon sun and relax. We were served a delicious aperol. The decor throughout the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Maniace Boutique Hotel Ortigia UNA Esperienze
Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection

4 out of 5
Via Roma 66 Syracuse SR
The price is ฿6,693 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿6,693
฿7,738 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (694 reviews)
"El mejor de Ortigia"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats, SLH Collection
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Where to stay in Ortigia

Find the best Ortigia areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bridge over a turquoise waterfront with boats docked, surrounded by historic buildings.

Santa Lucia

Santa Lucia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Porto Piccolo and Ionian Sea.

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent fortified structure and a densely built urban area in the background.

Grottasanta

Grottasanta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pista Ciclabile Siracusa and Ionian Sea.

Ancient ruins with a large amphitheater surrounded by trees.
Photo by William Keller
Open Photo by William Keller

Neapolis

While visiting Neapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse and Archaeological Park of Neapolis.

An ancient amphitheater with stone ruins and a grassy field.

Tiche

Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Tiche. You might consider stopping by Ionian Sea while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent fortified structure and a densely built urban area in the background.

Acradina

You'll enjoy the churches and seaside views in Acradina. You might want to make time for a stop at Ionian Sea or Capuchin Quarry.

Ortigia Travel Guide